Hegseth Plans to Screen All Troops, Including Women
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Jesse Watters said on The Five that men in the military might be able to obtain testosterone injections by falsely claiming a deficiency. He then jokingly told women to be wary of the ’wild animals’ men could become after taking those injections.
The defense secretary said the Pentagon will test the testosterone levels of troops 30 and over. It was unclear if the plan would affect women or military fitness rules.
Jesse Watters faces criticism for joking about increased testosterone levels in the military, sparking debate over sexual assault concerns and Pete Hegseth's hormone testing policy.
Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon will begin requiring testosterone deficiency screenings for active-duty service members over 30.
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Do women have a testosterone problem? Social media influencers believe they do. And with the rise of telemedicine and testosterone replacement clinics opening up across the country ...
The secretary of defense has a questionable plan to monitor the hormone levels of every service member over 30.
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a mandatory screening programme to test all service members over the age of 30, including women, for testosterone deficiency annually. Hormone treatment for troops with low testosterone will be voluntary.
Many women are becoming more aware of the perks of maintaining their hormone levels as they age. Maybe that’s why testosterone is no longer the third wheel—after estrogen and progesterone—when it comes to female hormonal health. But what does ...
